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Mannheim Taxi Driver Hailed for Stopping Deadly Rampage

A. Muhammad, a German citizen of Pakistani origin, used his vehicle to end a deadly attack in Mannheim, driven by a commitment to protect others and his faith.

  • A. Muhammad, a taxi driver and member of the Ahmadiyya Muslim community, intervened during a deadly car rampage in Mannheim, preventing further harm.
  • The 40-year-old suspect had driven into a crowd, killing two people and injuring eleven others before being stopped by Muhammad.
  • Guided by his faith and instinct, Muhammad pursued the attacker, warning pedestrians and blocking the suspect's vehicle, despite facing threats from a weapon later identified as a non-lethal firearm.
  • Mannheim's mayor, Christian Specht, praised Muhammad's bravery and described his actions as critical in averting further tragedy.
  • Muhammad, who has lived in Mannheim for 15 years, emphasized his desire to return to normal life and highlighted the importance of unity and tolerance in the community.
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